Original CDV photo of Eli Bowen, the legless acrobat, his wife, and his son, who is wearing a dress. Take a look at the mug on that kid!
Starting at the age of thirteen, Eli Bowen became a popular performer in Victorian circuses and sideshows. He also worked for the famous P.T. Barnum.
Backmark of A. Newman, Photographer, Philadelphia.
Very good antique condition.
4" x 2 1/2".
Shipping: First Class photo mailer or boxed Priority Mail.
Starting at the age of thirteen, Eli Bowen became a popular performer in Victorian circuses and sideshows. He also worked for the famous P.T. Barnum.
Backmark of A. Newman, Photographer, Philadelphia.
Very good antique condition.
4" x 2 1/2".
Shipping: First Class photo mailer or boxed Priority Mail.